Women

Summary What is already known about this topic? Most electronic vapor products (EVPs) contain nicotine, a developmental toxicant, and other harmful additives. What is added by this report? In 2015, 7.0% of women with a recent live birth in...

Summary Background Moderate alcohol intake has been associated with reduced cardiovascular risk in many studies, in comparison with abstinence or with heavier drinking. Studies in east Asia can help determine whether these associations are...

Abstract OBJECTIVE: This study sought to determine the prevalence, patterns and feasibility of screening for psychoactive substance use among pregnant women in an antenatal clinic in Nigeria. It also aimed to determine the relationship...

Abstract Introduction We aimed to compare risk of stillbirth between maternal smokers and those prescribed nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) during pregnancy. Aims and Methods We conducted a cross-sectional analysis on a pregnancy cohort...

After years of objectifying and sexualising women in their advertising, the alcohol industry is now targeting women more directly, linking their products to women's friendships, feminism and empowerment. However, women’s empowerment will...

Marijuana is the drug most commonly used by pregnant women. Understanding the beliefs, attitudes and experience of marijuana use during pregnancy will help practitioners design motivational intervention for women. In a recent qualitative...

It is recognised that women who inject drugs are a highly vulnerable group of people and a section of the population who are at higher risk of showing comorbidities. This further impacts their well-being and can create a barrier to seeking...

Abstract Background Little is known about opioid overdose or naloxone access among pregnant women. Objectives The objectives of this study were to determine the prevalence of non-fatal overdose, risk factors for overdose, and naloxone...

Abstract Introduction: Child sexual abuse (CSA) is a pervasive problem that has been linked to numerous developmental, social, health, and substance use consequences. Nevertheless, the relationship between CSA and the consumption of...

Abstract Con el objetivo de conocer la experiencia migratoria a Estados Unidos de mujeres mexicanas, de identificar si cuentan con redes sociales cercanas de usuarias de drogas, así como valorar la presencia de consumo de dichas sustancias...